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Vitiligo Support and Awareness Foundation (VITSAF), is a not-for-profit, patient–driven, patient-advocate organization incorporated in Nigeria and passionately concerned about the Rights and Well-being of individuals living with Vitiligo primarily in Nigeria and Sub-Saharan Africa, helping ameliorate the agony people suffer as a result of turning from black to white.

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VITSAF presents World Vitiligo Day Abuja 2017

VITSAF presents World Vitiligo Day Abuja 2017

February 24, 2017

VITSAF World Vitiligo Day Abuja 24-25 June 2017 Announcement

World Vitiligo Day 2017Sat 24 - Sun 25 June 2017
World Vitiligo Day Abuja 2017 will be a fun filled two part event; A 5-10km hike, and a Purple Tunic Party themed, Difference is Beautiful.
June 24 - 25, 2017

Day 1Saturday 24th June:A Hike for Vitiligo Awareness
(collaborating with Mantrek group Abuja)
This hike assures us of your acceptance and love…
Venue – Take off and end point Millenium Park…
5-10km average to difficult
Time – 7am prompt (no African time)

In preparation, here is What to bring:
• Your ready packed bag for hiking:- water, fruits/a light snack, camera/phone, sunscreen
• A picnic mat or camp chair
• Come best dressed in purple
• There maybe free T-shirts
Rules for the day:
• Rules of the Mantrek group must be followed at all times
• Do not go ahead of the leader and do not leave the main group behind
• Be honest about your health condition and level of fitness, join average or tough hikers
• Absolutely no littering
• No picking of flowers/plants or taking anything from the venue, unless purchased or you obtained permission to do so
• Come ready to entertain and to be entertained
Refreshments:
• There will be light refreshment.
• There will be some freshly made on the spot, fish and chicken barbecues, smoothies, juices and fruits for sale (our fund raiser) for those who would like to relax and enjoy a meal there and a picnic area for those who would like a picnic.
• Bring your own picnic basket

Day 2Purple Tunic PartySunday 25th June:
CELEBRATING INDIVIDUALS LIVING WITH VITILIGO AND AWARENESS FOR VITSAF THAT SERVE.
(Evening of fun. Evening of Awareness)
Purple Tunic party is a celebration of individuals living with Vitiligo and creating awareness of Vitiligo Support and Awareness Foundation VITSAF that serve.
The event is an evening of music, poems, drama, fashion show and dancing, where all attendees are required to wear a purple Tunic regardless of gender identity or sexual orientation.